Hankook Ventus S1 evo2
WatchThe Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 is a premium max-performance summer tire that blends strong everyday usability with genuine UHP capability. Across independent tests it regularly lands in the upper mid-pack to front pack, impressing in braking, efficiency and refinement. Owner feedback is more mixed, but still leans positive, with many drivers praising grip, steering feel and value. The main trade-offs are tread life and some size-to-size inconsistency, particularly in the wet as the tire ages.
All Tests
View Test ResultsAlternative Tires
| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 inch | |||
| 205/60R16 92 W | C | B | 69 |
| 205/60R16 92 V | C | B | 69 |
| 205/55R16 91 W | C | A | 71 |
| 205/60R16 92 V | C | B | 65 |
| 205/60R16 92 W | C | B | 69 |
| 205/60R16 96 V XL | C | B | 70 |
| 17 inch | |||
| 225/50R17 94 W | D | A | 71 |
| 225/50R17 94 W | C | B | 71 |
| 225/50R17 94 W | B | B | 69 |
| 225/45R17 91 W | D | C | 70 |
| 225/50R17 94 Y | C | B | 69 |
| 225/50R17 98 Y XL | C | B | 69 |
| 225/45R17 91 W | C | A | 71 |
| 225/45R17 91 W | C | A | 70 |
| 225/50R17 98 W XL | C | A | 71 |
| 225/50R17 98 Y XL | C | B | 70 |
| 225/45R17 91 V | C | A | 71 |
| 225/45R17 91 W | C | A | 70 |
| 18 inch | |||
| 245/45R18 100 Y XL | B | A | 67 |
| 245/40R18 93 Y | D | B | 70 |
| 245/45R18 100 Y XL | C | A | 70 |
| 245/45R18 100 Y XL | B | A | 70 |
| 245/45R18 100 Y XL | C | A | 72 |
| 225/40R18 92 Y XL | C | B | 71 |
| 245/45R18 96 W | C | B | 68 |
| 245/40R18 93 Y | D | B | 70 |
| 245/40R18 97 Y XL | C | C | 68 |
| 245/40R18 97 Y XL | D | B | 71 |
| 245/45R18 96 W | B | B | 68 |
| 245/45R18 96 W | B | B | 68 |
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Review Summary
Based on 75 user reviews
Drivers' feedback on the Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 is mixed but leans moderately positive. Many high-scoring reviews praise strong dry and wet grip, confident handling/feedback, and good value, with several noting solid performance even on powerful cars and occasional track use. However, a significant minority report fast/uneven wear, increasing noise with age, and weaker wet grip for some fitments; a few mention vibration or sidewall/foam issues. Overall, the S1 evo2 suits drivers prioritizing performance and price, but longevity, noise, and wet consistency can be concerns.
Strengths
- Dry grip
- Wet grip
- Handling/feedback
- Value for money
- High-speed stability
Areas for Improvement
- Fast wear/tread life
- Road noise as they age
- Wet grip inconsistency
- Comfort/harshness
- Vibration or sidewall/foam issues
Top 3 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 Reviews
I drove 70k km.
Excellent conditions in everything. Hightly recommended.